Cylindropuntia prolifera - Coastal Cholla (Plant) Hiking

Cylindropuntia prolifera - Coastal Cholla (Plant) HikingThis large, branching cactus has beautiful magenta flowers in spring. Great for a desert garden. Needs good drainage. Plant Characteristics Family Name Cactaceae Species Name Cylindropuntia prolifera Common Name Coastal Cholla Plant Type Cactus Succulent Sun Exposure Coast Sun, Inland Sun, Water Requirement Low Soil Type Sand, fast draining Flower Color Pink, Magenta, Rose Flowering Months April, May, June, July Evergreen Deciduous Evergreen Height by

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Plant Characteristics Family Name Grossulariaceae Species Name Ribes thacherianum Common Name Santa Cruz Island Gooseberry Plant Type Shrub Sun Exposure Coast-Sun

Attracts birds with berries and flowers attract butterflies